Packaging Operator - 3rd Shift

Packaging Operator - 3rd Shift Pures Food Specialties Bedford Park, IL Job Details Full-time $18.50 - $19.50 an hour 17 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Bilingual Food production Food processing Machine operation Manufacturing FDA regulations Full Job Description About the Role We are looking for a Packaging Operator to work in our modern production facility featuring new equipment and a clean, organized work environment. As a Packaging Operator, you will be responsible for operating packaging equipment, monitoring product quality, ensuring accurate labeling and packaging, and supporting safe and efficient production operations. This position plays a key role in delivering high-quality products to our customers. Manufacturing experience is a plus, but we are willing to train motivated candidates who are eager to learn.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to work in a safe manner, follow safety guidelines.
• Understand and follow Food Safety policies.
• Must be willing to work flexible schedules and work in other departments including weekends and holidays
• Ability to read and understand recipes.
• Ability to troubleshoot process related issues within the boundaries of the recipe
• Ability to use digital scales and have a working knowledge of scale functions.
• Ability to mix doughs according to recipe. Have a working knowledge of the mixer, using the timer and batch recipe system
• Follow FIFO (First in First Out), Mix lot number and documentation accuracy.
• Clean & Refill ingredient bins and label the bins with the correct lot number.
• Ability to work in a standing position for entire shift and climb steps and ladders.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Monitors and assists with equipment upstream/downstream to ensure continuous operation.
• Ability to clean mixers, work areas properly during and after production runs or changeovers
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area
• Observe all plant safety, GMP and allergen procedures and attend appropriate training sessions
• Responsible for manufacturing, distributing and consistently maintaining safe and quality food by following good manufacturing practices, allergen controls, food defense, HACCP and SQF requirements
• Responsible for immediately reporting all food safety and quality issues to your supervisor
• Follow supervisor's directives and be able to support the shift team as needed Work Schedules 2Nd Shift 3:00PM -11:00PM 3Rd Shift 11:00PM-7:00AM

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Educational Background:

N/A Experience:

Must have experience with operating and maintaining the machines and ensuring the entire production line is running efficiently.

PREFERRED SKILLS

Must be able to communicate with others as well as management Must understand FDA guidelines and company policies. Mathematical skills Bilingual is preferred, Tracks performance data and communicates exceptions.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.50 - $19.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person